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General Safety Instructions
Read the operating instructions carefully and observe the warning information before, during
and after using the machine. Keep the machine in good condition. Familiarise yourself with
the operating components of the machine before using it for the first time. Above all you
must know how to switch off the machine in emergency. Take care of these operating
instructions and all other documents relating to the machine.
Safety Precautions
1.
This machine is to be used exclusively
- as rotary snowplough for clearing snow from surfaced paths and the grounds of
houses and leisure areas.
- in accordance with the descriptions given in these operating instructions and safety
instructions.
2.
Any other usage is considered to be contrary to regulations!
3. Usage of the machine contrary to regulations or arbitrary alterations of the machine
cause the liability of the manufacturer to become invalid.
4. The user is liable for any damage to a third party or the property of a third party caused
by the operation of the machine.
5. As machine user you should read these operating instructions with care before using
the machine for the first time. Work according to them and take care of them for later
reference or in the case of a new owner.
6. The machine must not be operated by persons under the influence of intoxicants such
as alcohol, drugs or medication.
7. Do not permit any person under the age of 16 to use this machine (the minimum age for
usage can be regulated differently in different areas).
8. Keep persons, in particular children and pets away from the machine.
9. Never operate the machine indoors but always only in the open. Overbuilt and high-
walled paths may only be cleared when safe operation is possible. Pay particular
attention to windows and persons in the proximity in order to exclude injury to persons
and damage to property.
10. Never direct the machine towards persons.
11. Do not use the snowplough near glass, motor vehicles, windows etc. without correctly
adjusting the angle of the snow ejector.
12. For the work or for maintenance always wear gloves, safety glasses, tight-fitting winter
clothes and strong shoes with profiled soles.
13. Never allow body parts or clothing near rotating machine parts.
14. Use the machine only where there is sufficient light. Always hold the machine and the
handles tightly. Never run with the machine.
15. Use the machine only for light, loose snow (new snow) up to a maximum depth of about
10 cm.
16. Frozen snow and ice must not be cleared with this machine.
17. Allow the motor to cool down before storing in an enclosed room.
18. Operate the machine only in faultless condition as established by the manufacturer and
delivered.
19. Use only original spare parts from the manufacturer or parts from a different supplier
but approved by the manufacturer.
20. Allow the machine to be repaired only at a qualified workshop.
21. Do not make adjustments while the machine is running (unless the adjustments are
recommended directly by the manufacturer).
